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Completed M.Sc. Theses

(Last updated: 2024-03-08)

• Chatelais L: Vehicle dynamics modelling of electromagnetic suspensions for MAGLEV applications , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2024:015, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2024.
   
• Roudiere E: Data analytics and machine learning for railway track degradation: Using Bothnia Line track measurements for maintenance forecasting , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2024:011, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2024.
   
• Saif M: Dynamic simulation of Indian Railways freight vehicle for increased operational speed , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2023:425, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2023.
   
• Linzbichler P: Holistic embedding of equivalent conicity in wheelset maintenance , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2023:082, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2023.
   
• Wong C H J: Mechatronics Design of a Roller Rig - Sensors, data acquisition and control system , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2023:009, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2023.
   
• Matz C: Development and implementation of a tram line performance model , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2022:263, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2022.
   
• Holmström G: Pantograph-catenary wear modelling using dynamic simulation , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2022:041, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2022.
   
• Dang N T V: The Effect of High Wheel Impact Load on the Rail Reliability - a Case Study at Bodsjön , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2021:350, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2021.
   
• Fraschini D M: Dynamic Modelling of the KTH Roller Rig , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2021:345, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2021.
   
• Aravindababu S R: Investigation of sources of wheel-rail impact force deviation through dynamic simulations , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2021:244, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2021.
   
• de Leeuw B: Improving the validation of a railway vehicle model in the virtual certification process , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2021:277, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2021.
   
• Niedecken T: Optimized maintenance budget planning for DB Cargo locomotives , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2021:239, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2021.
   
• Zarov F: Life Cycle Cost of Smart Wayside Object Controller , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2021:241, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2021.
   
• Prifer D: Dynamic Simulation and Suspension Optimization for a Heavy Duty Railway Bogie , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2021:259, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2021.
   
• Geiberger P: Monitoring energy efficiency of heavy haul freight trains with energy meter data , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2021:242, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2021.
   
• Schick B: A Digital Test Bench for Pneumatic Brakes , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2021:011, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2021.
   
• Chen S: Modified train wheel wear calculation for fast calculation , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2021:009, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2021.
   
• Björkquist (Liljerud) W and Janjua I: Evaluation and comparison of ballastless tracksystems with regards to system and performance characteristics , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2020:283, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2020.
   
• Flodin J: Investigate the track gauge widening on the Iron-ore line and suggest maintenance limits , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2020:281, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2020.
   
• Niewalda T: Deep Learning Based Classification of Rail Defects Using On-board Monitoring in the Stockholm Underground , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2020:040, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2020.
   
• Damsongsaeng P: Improvement of Steering Performance of a Two-axle Railway Vehicle via Look-up Tables Estimation , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2020:332, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2020.
   
• Karlsson H: Monitoring Vehicle Suspension Elements Using Machine Learning Techniques , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2019:332, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2019.
   
• Vinberg E M: Energy use in the operational cycle of passenger rail vehicles , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2018:304, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2018.
   
• Chaksoong K: Effects of Curving of a SRT Passenger Coach with SRT Vidura Wheel Profile and BS100A Rail on Wheel Wear and Wear Energy Dissipation , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2018:037, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2018.
   
• Odermatt I: Implementation of novel wear prediction methodology for damage calculation in rail vehicles , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2018:270, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2018.
   
• Martin M: The Effect of Geometrical Contact Input to Wheel-Rail Contact Model , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2018:346, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2018.
   
• Firdaus A H: System-wide LCC Calculation for Novel Brake Block Material in Nordic Condition , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2018:408, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2018.
   
• Öhnander F: An Attempt Towards FE-Modelling of Fracture Propagation in Railway Wheels , TRITA-SCI-GRU; 2018:321, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2018.
   
• Zhu A: Railway Infrastructure Management - System Engineering and Requirement Management , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2017:66, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2017.
   
• Zhang J: Influence of suspension modelling on predicted ride comfort on passenger rail vehicles , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2017:09, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2017.
   
• Quezada Guzman F C: Continuous optimisation of passenger ride comfort and wheel/rail wear through the genetic algorithm , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2017:65, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2017.
   
• Larsson (Canow) K: Wheel damage and maintenance of SCA Skog wagons , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2016:36, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2016.
   
• Krishna V: The potential of Fluid Dynamic Absorbers for railway vehicle suspensions , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2016:81, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2016.
   
• Prevolnik R: On estimating the risk of wheel damage for wagons with paper rolls considering various dynamic conditions , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2016:47, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2016.
   
• Pálinkó M: Estimation of wheel-rail friction at vehicle certification measurements , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2016:87, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2016.
   
• Hedberg (Sundkvist Hedberg) A: Economic evaluation of old and new locomotives , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2016:88, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2016.
   
• Duranton C: Fatigue analysis of two wheel‐mounted brake disc designs , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2015:02, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2015.
   
• Vogel A: Energy Usage of Personal Rapid Transit Systems: Simulation of the SkyCab Concept , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2015:11, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2015.
   
• Kahnert P: Development and Optimisation of Innovative Running Gear Concepts for an Ultra-High-Speed Train , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2015:39, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2015.
   
• Jans Bertilsson M: Verification of simulated wheel-rail forces with measured data , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2015:69, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2015.
   
• Gustafsson M: Running Dynamics for a Maintenance Railway Vehicle , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2014:48, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2014.
   
• Le Bars T: Investigation of the behaviour of return collectors on Paris’ subway MP05 (Line 1) , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2014:17, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2014.
   
• Ouyang Z: Investigation of Causes for Wheel Squeal on Roslagsbanan in Stockholm , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2014:73, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2014.
   
• Borinder D: Track forces of iron ore wagons- Comparison Between Strain Gauge Based Measurements and Calculated Results , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2014:16, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2014.
   
• Gely P: High frequency vehicle-track interaction simulation: Coupling of an advanced track model with a multi-body system , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2014:09, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2014.
   
• Petrov V: Algorithm for estimation of wheel-rail friction coefficient from vehicle-track forces , TRITA-AVE 2012:80, KTH Stockholm, Sweden, 2012. See also corresponding journal paper on Estimation of wheel-rail friction for vehicle certification .
   
• Venkatasalam N: Crosswind assessment of trains on different ground configurations , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2013:15, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2013.
   
• Arora A: Passive Components in Active Suspension System , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2013:16, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2013.
   
• Schär R: Active Control of the Pantograph-Catenary Interaction in a Finite Element Model , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2013:51, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2013.
   
• Sánchez Arandojo A: On validation of a wheel-rail wear prediction code , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2013:41, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2013.
   
• Doulgerakis E: Influence of Switches and Crossings on Wheel Wear of a Freight Vehicle , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2013:54, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2013.
   
• Tieri R: Innovative active control strategies for pantograph catenary interaction , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2012:29, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2012.
   
• Lönnbark G: Characterization of Track Irregularities With respect to vehicle response , TRITA-AVE, ISSN 1651-7660; 2012:30, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2012.
   
• Sjöholm M: Benefits of regenerative braking and eco driving for high-speed trains: Energy consumption and brake wear , TRITA AVE; 2011:23, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2011.
   
• Robla Sánchez I: Wheel Wear Simulation of the Light Rail Vehicle A32 , TRITA-AVE; 2010:42, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2010.
   
• Ahlanzberg Andersson (Stamblewski) J: Simulation of Wheel Wear for Passive Running Gear of the Regina 250 Train , TRITA-AVE; 2009:94, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2009.
   
• Karis T: Track Irregularities for High-Speed Trains: Evaluation of their correlation with vehicle response , TRITA-AVE; 2009:95, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2009.
   
• Hesse C: Performance of Simplified Carbody Tilt – Simulations of the Regina 250 , TRITA-AVE; 2008:71, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2008.
   
• Forsberg T: Condition Monitoring of Railway Mechanics with Focus on Train Ride Stability, TRITA-AVE; 2006:107, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2006. See conference paper Condition Monitoring of Train Ride Stability , 2007.
   
• Brodén E: Wheel Wear and Reprofiling Alternatives for Swedish Rc4 Locomotive – Measurements and Simulations , TRITA-AVE; 2006:106, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2006.
   
• Öberg J: Track Deterioration of Ballasted Tracks – Marginal Cost Models for Different Railway Vehicles , TRITA-AVE; 2006:88, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2006.
   
• Skoglund M: Dual-Mode Locomotives – A Systems Study , TRITA-AVE; 2005:49, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2005.
   
• Parczewski E: Modelling and Simulation of Train Coupling Dynamics , TRITA-AVE; 2005:47, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2005.
   
• Claesson (Frimodig) S: Modelling of Track Flexibility for Rail Vehicle Dynamics Simulation , TRITA-AVE; 2005:26, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2005.
   
• Orvnäs A: Simulation of Rail Wear on the Swedish Light Rail Line Tvärbanan , TRITA-AVE; 2005:12, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2005.
   
• Gustavsson D and Movell D: Simulation of Movements of Trains for the Purpose of Exterior Sizing (Gauging) , TRITA-AVE; 2004:27, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2004.
   
• Thomas D: Development and Verification of a Multibody Dynamic Simulation Model for a Freight Wagon with Powell Duffryn TF25SA Running Gear , TRITA-AVE; 2003:19, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2003.
   
• Dirks B: Vehicle Dynamics Simulation of Wheel Wear for Swedish High-Speed Train X2000 , TRITA-AVE; 2003:16, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2003.
   
• Hansson J: Reduction of Flexural Vibrations in Rail Vehicle Carbodies Using Piezoelectric Elements and Passive Shunt Circuit , TRITA-AVE; 2003:15, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2003.
   
• Brabie D: Simulation of Active Lateral Suspension in Railway Vehicles – Parametric Studies for an Electro-Mechanical Actuator, TRITA-FKT; 2002:09, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2002.
   
• Söderdahl K: Design and Simulations of Systems for the Active Guidance of Railway Vehicles, TRITA-FKT; 2001:41, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2001.
   
• Lindahl M: Track Geometry for High-Speed Railways – A Literature Survey and Simulation Dynamic Vehicle Response, TRITA-FKT; 2001:54, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2001.
   
• Sundvall (Dreik) P: Comparison between Predicted and Measured Ride Comfort in Trains – A Case Study on Modelling, TRITA-FKT; 2001:19, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2001.
   
• Fors J: Energy Consumption of Passenger Train X2 with Regenerative Braking and Induction Motors – Feasibility Study and Development of a Simulation Model, TRITA-FKT; 2001:17, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2001.
   
• Westberg J: Interference of Lateral Vibrations on Train Passenger Activities, TRITA-FKT; 2000:62, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2000.
   
• Tornlund M: Automatic Train Protection (ATP) on Maintenance Rail Vehicles. An Analysis of Risk and Economy – A Swedish Case Study, TRITA-FKT; 2000:36, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2000.
   
• Siebert S: Dynamic Simulation of the Powell-Duffryn TF25 Freight Wagon Bogie, TRITA-FKT; 2000:39, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2000.
   
• Andersson M and Torikian J: De-Icing Methods for Rail Vehicles, TRITA-FKT; 2000:38, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 2000.
   
• Flemström G: Energy Consumption and Air Pollution of Diesel-Powered Rail Traffic – A Model for Estimation in Passenger and Freight Operations, TRITA-FKT; 1999:49, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1999.
   
• Lippert S: On Side Wind Stability of Trains, TRITA-FKT; 1999:38, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1999.
   
• Hecke A: Effects of Future Mixed Traffic on Track Deterioration, TRITA-FKT; 1998:30, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1998.
   
• Jendel T: Dynamic Analysis of a Freight Wagon with Modified Y25 Bogies, TRITA-FKT; 1997:48, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1997.
   
• Wollström (Melin) M: Simulation of Vehicle-Track Dynamic Interaction: Comparisons of Simulation and Measurement Results for an ER4 Regional Train on Danish Track, TRITA-FKT; 1997:49, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1997.
   
• Möller V-H and Wahlström P: Acoustic Comfort on Trains, TRITA-FKT: 1997:39, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1997.
   
• Wingren J: Track to Carbody Vibration Transfer for a Bogie Rail Vehicle, TRITA-FKT; 1997:07, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1997.
   
• Lange H: Dynamic Analysis of a Railway Freight Car with Standard UIC Single-Axle Running Gear, TRITA-FKT; 1996:34, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1996.
   
• Gabrielson O: Analysis of a New Method for Measuring Wheel-Rail Forces, TRITA-FKT; 1996:24, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1996.
   
• Hansson L: Design of Seating Areas – Maximum Comfort on Minimum Space, (In Swedish: Utformning av sittplatser – Maximal komfort på minimalt utrymme), TRITA-FKT; 1996:26, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1996.
   
• Kaviani K: Maintenance Guidance for UIC60 Turnouts, (In Swedish: En liten bok om "växlande" arbete – Vägledning vid underhåll av UIC60-växlar), TRITA-FKT; 1996:05, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1996.
   
• Wenzel M: Energy Consumption of the Streetcar System at Göteborgs Spårvägar, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1995.
   
• Jönsson A: Development of Train Operations at SJ, (In Swedish: Utveckling av operationerna inom SJ), KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1993.
   
• Ingvast J: Derivation of Equations of Motion and Creepages for Rail Vehicles, (In Swedish: Härledning av rörelseekvationer och kryp för spårburna fordon), TRITA-FKT; 1993:27, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1993.
   
• Sandén O: Efficient Marshalling Yards, (In Swedish: Effektiva rangerbangårdar), TRITA-FKT; 1993:22, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1993.
   
• Arvidsson A and Andersson T: Comparison between Different Criteria for Vibration Comfort in Rail Vehicles, (In Swedish: Jämförelse av olika kriterier för bedömning av vibrationskomfort i järnvägsfordon), TRITA-FPT-058, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1991.
   
• Jerlström H and Naumburg C: Comparative Measurements of Vibrations, Accelerations and Sound Levels in Trains, Buses, Airplanes and Passenger Cars, (In Swedish: Jämförande mätningar av vibrationer, accelerationer och ljudnivåer hos tåg, bussar, flygplan och personbilar), TRITA-FPT-057, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1990.
   
• Wrang M and Slivon R: Single Axle Running Gear, KTH, Stockholm, Sweden, 1990.